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Posted on 26-11-2025

Low hydrogen electrodes are shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) rods that use a special flux coating designed to minimize the amount of hydrogen entering the weld metal.
Hydrogen in a weld can cause cracking, porosity, and reduced toughness (especially in thicker, high-strength steels). Low-hydrogen electrodes help prevent these problems.